[tps_footer]Shah Rukh Khan was conferred with top French civilian award – Knight Of The Legion of Honor.
Visiting French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius presented the prestigious award to Shah Rukh Khan at a function here for his outstanding contribution to cultural diversity across the world.
“I feel very humbled and grateful for this prestigious honour. Today is my mother’s birthday and if she had been alive she would have been happy that I got this prestigious honour. I accept this award not as an individual but on behalf of hundreds of filmmakers.” Shah Rukh Khan said.
Shah Rukh Khan is second Bollywood personality after Amitabh Bachchan to be bestowed this award. The superstar, who dons many a hat, including those of producer, television personality, philanthropist and entrepreneur, has appeared in over fifty Hindi films in genres ranging from romance to action and comedy.
“It makes me feel proud to be recognised for the field I am passionate about. This award has motivated me to take Indian cinema to the next level of acceptance, love and glory. I thank the President of France for this honor.” added Shah Rukh Khan.
Shah Rukh Khan made his Bollywood debut in the year 1992 with Deewana. Some of his memorable films are Darr, Baazigar, Devdas, Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge, Dil To Pagal Hai, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Swades, Chak De India, and many more.
Shah Rukh Khan was awarded Padma Shri in 2005 and the Ordre Des Arts Et Des Lettres by the government of France in 2007 for his contribution to cinema.[/tps_footer]
